In this engaging and heartfelt work, The 100 Black Men of America shows you exactly what you can do to invest in America's future by mentoring a child.
In a style that is friendly and instructive, National President Thomas W. Dortch, Jr., outlines the how-tos of successful mentoring. Whether you're on the front line working one-to-one with a mentee, or are part of a collaborative/group mentoring effort, The Miracles of Mentoring will teach you: the ten tickets of mentoring; how to figure out if mentoring is for you; the five stages of the mentoring relationship; how to create a partnership in your community or workplace.
Also included are inspirational stories from the members of the "100" and their nationwide outreach -- the thousands of African American men who give of themselves, "real men giving real time" -- and from the young people whose lives have been enriched. A comprehensive resource section of mentoring organizations and programs closes the book.
As Thomas W. Dortch, Jr., President of the "100," says in the Introduction: "When you give of your time, experience, and wisdom to a young person, you're sowing the seeds of pride, confidence, and accomplishment."
"Tommy Dortch is a man for all seasons -- an accomplished hero in business, community, and political arenas. On issues pertaining to African Americans, Tommy has shown unflagging courage. He has
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